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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- October 17, 2007 -- Shain's of Maine Ice Cream of Sanford, Maine is recalling all quarts of Kahlua Brownie Ice cream, all 3 gallon bulk tubs of Kahlua Brownie Ice cream and all 3 gallon bulk tubs of Double Fudge Brownie Ice cream, because it may contain undeclared egg. People who have an allergy of severe sensitivity to egg run the risk of serious or life threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.

Kahlua Brownie ice cream and Double Fudge Brownie ice cream was distributed in Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. It has reached consumers through retail stores, direct delivery and distributors.

Kahlua Brownie ice cream quarts can be identified by the red, black and white labeled cardboard round quart container. This recall affects all lot codes. Kahlua brownie ice cream and double fudge brownie ice cream 3 gallon tubs can be identified by its 3 gallon round bulk cardboard container with the flavor stamped on the top of the container. This recall affects all lots codes.

No illnesses have been reported to date.

The recall was initiated after it was discovered that the brownies in Kahlua Brownie and Double Fudge Brownie were made with a mix that contains egg, that was not declared on the finished product label.

Consumers who have purchased Shain's of Maine Kahlua Brownie or Double Fudge Brownie Ice Cream that are concerned of any egg allergens may return the product to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with any questions may contact Shain's of Maine Ice Cream at 1-800-324-0650.